- past perfect of purr.
Example Sentences
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The former Prime Minister David Cameron was later overheard saying Elizabeth had "purred" with happiness when he phoned her to inform her Scotland had voted to reject independence.
From Reuters • Sep. 11, 2022
Mr Cameron had previously been overheard saying that the Queen had "purred down the line" on being told that Scotland had rejected independence by 55% to 45%.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2022
If she had purred, the room might have shaken.
From The Guardian • Jan. 30, 2016
If she had purred, the room might have shaken.
From The Guardian • Jan. 30, 2016
At last one day, after the Tiger was especially gracious and had purred with all essence of love, the man yawned.
From The Damsel and the Sage A Woman's Whimsies by Glyn, Elinor
